SAAQ Quebec Knowledge Test — Questions and Answers

Question 1: A driver is found asleep in the driver's seat of their parked car with the keys in the ignition, and their BAC is over the legal limit. According to Quebec law, this driver could be charged with:

No offence, as the vehicle was not in motion.
Public intoxication.
Having care or control of a vehicle while impaired. (Correct answer)
Illegal parking.

Correct answer: Having care or control of a vehicle while impaired.

The law prohibits not only driving while impaired but also having 'care or control' of a vehicle. This can include being in the driver's seat with the ability to start the vehicle, even if it's not moving. The potential to set the vehicle in motion is sufficient for charges to be laid.

Question 2: What must a learner’s permit holder do before obtaining a probationary license in Quebec?

Obtain a reference letter from a licensed driver.
Wait five years before applying.
Pass only a vision test.
Complete a driving course and pass the road test. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Complete a driving course and pass the road test.

To progress from a learner's permit to a probationary license in Quebec, individuals must successfully complete a recognized driving course and pass the SAAQ's road test. The driving course provides essential theoretical and practical skills, while the road test evaluates their ability to drive safely and competently. This two-step process ensures new drivers are adequately prepared.

Question 3: What is the 'right of ownership search' (recherche de droits) that a buyer should perform before purchasing a used vehicle in Quebec?

A criminal background check on the seller
An inspection of the vehicle's odometer
A search of the RDPRM register to verify no outstanding liens or legal charges exist on the vehicle (Correct answer)
A check of the seller's driving record

Correct answer: A search of the RDPRM register to verify no outstanding liens or legal charges exist on the vehicle

The RDPRM (Registre des droits personnels et réels mobiliers) search reveals any financial charges or liens registered against the vehicle that could transfer to the new owner.

Question 4: What action must a driver take when approaching a stationary emergency vehicle with flashing lights on the roadside in Quebec (the 'slow down, move over' law)?

Sound the horn as a warning signal
Stop completely until the emergency vehicle moves
Maintain normal speed but increase following distance
Reduce speed and move to the far lane if possible (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Reduce speed and move to the far lane if possible

Drivers must slow down significantly and, where possible, move into a lane away from the stopped emergency vehicle.

Question 5: In Quebec, a vehicle's mandatory liability insurance must cover a minimum of how much for bodily injury and property damage?

$500,000
$1,000,000 (Correct answer)
No minimum; any amount is acceptable
$50,000

Correct answer: $1,000,000

Quebec law requires a minimum of $1,000,000 in civil liability coverage for property damage, as bodily injury is handled by the public SAAQ scheme.

Question 6: A driver involved in a collision causing property damage only must report it to police if the damage exceeds:

$500
$5,000
$1,000
$2,000 (Correct answer)

Correct answer: $2,000

In Quebec, a collision must be reported to police when the property damage exceeds $2,000.

Question 7: What is the minimum age to apply for a learner’s permit in Quebec?

15 years old.
14 years old.
18 years old.
16 years old. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 16 years old.

In Quebec, individuals must be at least 16 years old to apply for a learner's permit (Class 5). This age requirement is a standard safety measure to ensure applicants have a certain level of maturity and cognitive development before beginning their driving education. It marks the official start of the graduated licensing process.

Question 8: Stopping to pick up mail from a mailbox on the road is considered:

A legal stop allowed anywhere
An illegal manoeuvre at all times
Parking
Stopping, which may be restricted by signs (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Stopping, which may be restricted by signs

Briefly stopping to collect mail is a stop, not parking, but it is still subject to any No Stopping signs in the area.

Question 9: Which of the following is NOT evaluated during the SAAQ Class 5 road test?

Lane changing
Parallel parking
Highway merging at 120 km/h (Correct answer)
Three-point turns

Correct answer: Highway merging at 120 km/h

The standard SAAQ road test does not include highway driving at 120 km/h; it focuses on urban maneuvers and standard traffic situations.

Question 10: When roads are wet and slippery, you should pump traditional brakes gently to avoid:

Activating the ABS system prematurely
Wearing out the brake pads faster
Overheating the brake fluid
Wheel lockup, which causes skidding and loss of steering (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Wheel lockup, which causes skidding and loss of steering

On slippery surfaces, hard braking locks the wheels, causing the vehicle to skid and the driver to lose directional control.

Question 11: A Quebec policyholder disagrees with their private insurer's settlement offer for vehicle damage. What is the first formal step available?

Request an appraisal by an independent expert under the policy (Correct answer)
File a complaint with the SAAQ directly
Contact the SAAQ to arbitrate the dispute
Sue the insurer in small claims court immediately

Correct answer: Request an appraisal by an independent expert under the policy

Quebec auto policies include an appraisal clause allowing either party to call for independent expert appraisal when they disagree on the amount of loss.

Question 12: How does Quebec’s no-fault insurance system work?

All injury claims are covered by the SAAQ, regardless of fault. (Correct answer)
Fault must always be determined before compensation.
Only property damage is covered under no-fault insurance.
Only at-fault drivers receive compensation.

Correct answer: All injury claims are covered by the SAAQ, regardless of fault.

Quebec's no-fault insurance system, specifically for bodily injuries, means that anyone injured in a road accident in Quebec receives compensation from the SAAQ, regardless of who caused the accident. This system streamlines the claims process for injuries by removing the need to determine fault, ensuring quicker access to benefits for medical care and income replacement. Property damage claims, however, are handled by private insurers based on fault.

Question 13: You are driving on a rural highway at night when you encounter dense fog, significantly reducing your visibility. According to the SAAQ's recommendations for safe driving, which of the following is the most appropriate action to take?

Pull over to the shoulder, turn off all your lights to save battery, and wait for the fog to clear.
Reduce your speed, turn on your low-beam headlights, and increase your following distance. (Correct answer)
Turn on your four-way flashers (hazard lights) and maintain your current speed to quickly pass through the foggy area.
Continue driving at the same speed but turn on your high-beam headlights to penetrate the fog.

Correct answer: Reduce your speed, turn on your low-beam headlights, and increase your following distance.

The SAAQ and the Highway Safety Code require drivers to slow down when visibility is reduced due to fog. Low-beam headlights are recommended because high-beams reflect off the fog, worsening visibility. Increasing following distance provides more reaction time.

Question 14: A driver in Quebec wants to make a U-turn. When is a U-turn permitted?

Where there is no sign prohibiting it and it can be done safely (Correct answer)
Anywhere on a highway as long as visibility is good
Only in intersections with traffic lights
Only in residential zones with a speed limit under 50 km/h

Correct answer: Where there is no sign prohibiting it and it can be done safely

U-turns are permitted where not prohibited by signage and when they can be completed safely without impeding other traffic.

Question 15: What must a Quebec driver do if their vehicle fails a mandatory mechanical inspection?

Surrender the vehicle immediately to authorities
Apply for a temporary permit to continue driving indefinitely
Pay a fine and continue driving
Have repairs done and pass a re-inspection before driving (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Have repairs done and pass a re-inspection before driving

A vehicle that fails inspection must be repaired and pass a re-inspection before it can legally be driven on public roads.

Question 16: When a large truck is making a wide right turn at an intersection, you should:

Wait behind the truck and give it the space it needs (Correct answer)
Pass the truck on the left before it completes the turn
Honk to alert the truck driver you are there
Squeeze between the truck and the curb to save time

Correct answer: Wait behind the truck and give it the space it needs

Large trucks need extra space to complete wide turns; squeezing into the gap creates a serious crush hazard.

Question 17: Which condition automatically disqualifies a person from holding any class of Québec driver's licence without an exemption?

Being over 70 years old
Having epilepsy with uncontrolled seizures (Correct answer)
Having one functioning eye
Wearing prescription eyeglasses

Correct answer: Having epilepsy with uncontrolled seizures

Uncontrolled epileptic seizures pose a direct road safety risk, and the SAAQ will not issue a licence until seizures are medically controlled for a required period.

Question 18: According to Quebec's Highway Safety Code, which of the following statements about driving in winter is TRUE?

Winter tires are mandatory on all vehicles registered in Quebec from December 1st to March 15th. (Correct answer)
Four-wheel drive vehicles are exempt from the mandatory winter tire law.
If you are respecting the posted speed limit, you cannot be ticketed for driving too fast for the conditions.
You only need to clear snow and ice from the driver's side of the windshield before driving.

Correct answer: Winter tires are mandatory on all vehicles registered in Quebec from December 1st to March 15th.

In Québec, all passenger vehicles registered in the province must be equipped with winter tires from December 1 to March 15, inclusive. The Highway Safety Code allows for fines if your speed is not adapted to road conditions, even if it's below the limit. You must clear all windows, lights, and plates of snow and ice.

Question 19: In Quebec, what is the maximum speed permitted on urban streets unless otherwise posted?

70 km/h
50 km/h (Correct answer)
60 km/h
30 km/h

Correct answer: 50 km/h

The default speed limit on urban streets in Quebec is 50 km/h unless a different limit is posted.

Question 20: Under Quebec's Highway Safety Code, what is the penalty zone speed limit in a construction zone when workers are present?

60 km/h
The posted speed limit
50 km/h (Correct answer)
70 km/h

Correct answer: 50 km/h

When workers are present in a construction zone in Quebec, the maximum speed is 50 km/h regardless of other posted limits.

Question 21: When driving in gusty crosswinds on an open highway, you should:

Move to the centre of the road to gain more space
Open a window to equalize pressure and improve stability
Hold the steering wheel loosely to allow the wind to guide the car
Grip the steering wheel firmly and reduce speed (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Grip the steering wheel firmly and reduce speed

Gripping the wheel firmly allows you to correct wind-induced drift, and reducing speed lessens the wind's effect on the vehicle.

Question 22: During a heavy rainstorm, your vehicle begins to hydroplane. What is the first and most important action you should take to regain control?

Slam on the brakes immediately to slow the vehicle down.
Ease your foot off the accelerator and steer straight. (Correct answer)
Accelerate slightly to push the tires through the water.
Quickly turn the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the skid.

Correct answer: Ease your foot off the accelerator and steer straight.

When hydroplaning, the tires lose contact with the road. The correct response is to stay calm, immediately take your foot off the accelerator without braking, and keep the steering wheel straight. This allows the vehicle to slow down naturally and the tires to regain traction.

Question 23: Which of the following modifications to a Quebec vehicle requires SAAQ approval before it is legal to use on public roads?

Installing a trailer hitch rated below vehicle capacity
Replacing factory suspension with a significantly lifted kit (Correct answer)
Adding window tint within legal light transmission limits
Changing the vehicle's exterior colour

Correct answer: Replacing factory suspension with a significantly lifted kit

Significant suspension modifications that alter vehicle height require inspection and SAAQ approval before the vehicle may be driven on public roads.

Question 24: In Quebec, which authority oversees the regulation and licensing of automobile insurance companies operating in the province?

SAAQ
Transport Canada
Office de la protection du consommateur
Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF)

The Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF) regulates and supervises financial institutions including private insurers in Quebec.

Question 25: When visibility drops to less than 50 metres in fog or snow, what is the maximum speed you should travel on a highway?

50 km/h
The speed that allows you to stop within your visible distance (Correct answer)
30 km/h
70 km/h

Correct answer: The speed that allows you to stop within your visible distance

You must always be able to stop within the distance you can see — if visibility is 50 m, you must drive at a speed where you can stop in 50 m.

Question 26: What colour must the licence plate light on a Quebec vehicle be?

Yellow
Amber
White (Correct answer)
Red

Correct answer: White

The licence plate illumination light must emit white light so the plate is clearly visible at night.

Question 27: You are driving and a pedestrian is crossing at an unmarked intersection. Who has the right of way?

The driver on the wider road
Whoever arrived at the intersection first
The pedestrian always has the right of way at any intersection (Correct answer)
The driver, since there is no marked crosswalk

Correct answer: The pedestrian always has the right of way at any intersection

Pedestrians crossing at any intersection, marked or unmarked, have the right of way over vehicles.

Question 28: A driver parks blocking a private driveway. What can happen?

Nothing unless they block for more than 1 hour
The property owner must call police first before towing is allowed
Only a warning is issued for the first offence
The vehicle can be ticketed and towed (Correct answer)

Correct answer: The vehicle can be ticketed and towed

Blocking a private driveway is illegal and the vehicle may be ticketed and towed at the owner's expense.

Question 29: What must a Quebec driver do when approaching a railway crossing with flashing lights and no train visible?

Honk and proceed if the gate is up
Wait for at least 30 seconds before crossing
Proceed slowly if no train is seen
Stop, look both ways, then cross when safe (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Stop, look both ways, then cross when safe

When railway crossing lights flash, drivers must stop, look in both directions, and only cross when they are certain no train is approaching.

Question 30: When sharing the road with horse-drawn vehicles, which action is most appropriate?

Honk briefly to signal your presence before passing
Pass quickly to minimize the time beside the animal
Slow down, pass wide, and avoid sudden noises (Correct answer)
Maintain normal speed since animals are trained for traffic

Correct answer: Slow down, pass wide, and avoid sudden noises

Animals can be startled by vehicles; slowing down and passing with extra clearance reduces the risk of an accident.

Question 31: Long-term regular alcohol consumption can affect driving in which unexpected way?

It has no lasting effect on sober driving ability
It can cause withdrawal symptoms that impair driving even when sober (Correct answer)
It improves hand-eye coordination over time
It permanently improves a driver's tolerance so they drive better with alcohol

Correct answer: It can cause withdrawal symptoms that impair driving even when sober

Alcohol-dependent individuals may experience withdrawal symptoms such as tremors and anxiety that impair driving even without any recent drinking.

Question 32: Hydroplaning occurs when:

Rainwater enters the engine air intake
Your windshield wipers can't keep up with rain
Your tires overheat on hot pavement
A thin layer of water lifts your tires off the road surface (Correct answer)

Correct answer: A thin layer of water lifts your tires off the road surface

Hydroplaning happens when water builds up faster than your tires can disperse it, causing the vehicle to glide on water and lose steering control.

Question 33: What must be presented when registering a vehicle in Quebec?

A passport and vehicle photos.
Only a driver's license.
A signed declaration from a mechanic.
Vehicle insurance and proof of identity. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Vehicle insurance and proof of identity.

When registering a vehicle with the SAAQ in Quebec, individuals must provide proof of valid vehicle insurance and a piece of identification. Vehicle insurance is mandatory to ensure financial responsibility in case of an accident, and proof of identity confirms the owner's legal status. These documents are essential for legal vehicle operation.

Question 34: Under Quebec law, when is a driver allowed to use a handheld mobile phone while driving?

Never, unless using a hands-free device (Correct answer)
Only on highways outside city limits
When stopped at a red light
When driving below 30 km/h

Correct answer: Never, unless using a hands-free device

Quebec's Highway Safety Code prohibits handheld phone use at all times while driving; only hands-free devices are permitted.

Question 35: When must Quebec drivers use their headlights during the day?

When visibility is reduced below 150 metres (Correct answer)
Headlights are never mandatory during daylight
Only in tunnels
Only between November and April

Correct answer: When visibility is reduced below 150 metres

Quebec law requires headlights whenever visibility is reduced to less than 150 metres, regardless of time of day.

Question 36: You are involved in a collision where there are no injuries, and both drivers are cooperative. What is the most appropriate and legally recognized first step to take on-site?

Exchange names and phone numbers only, and agree to settle the damages privately.
Immediately call your insurance company from the scene and let them handle all communication.
Insist on calling the police to file an official report before doing anything else.
Carefully fill out a Joint Report of Automobile Accident form with the other driver. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Carefully fill out a Joint Report of Automobile Accident form with the other driver.

When there are no injuries in a collision and drivers are cooperative, the recommended and legally sound procedure is for the involved parties to fill out a Joint Report of Automobile Accident. This document simplifies the insurance claim process for both parties and is not an admission of guilt.

Question 37: In Quebec, within how many days must a new resident register their out-of-province vehicle with the SAAQ?

30 days
60 days (Correct answer)
6 months
90 days

Correct answer: 60 days

New Quebec residents have 60 days to register their vehicle with the SAAQ after establishing residency.

Question 38: A 20-year-old driver with a probationary licence is pulled over at a roadside check. They have had one standard glass of wine with dinner. What is the immediate consequence under Quebec's Highway Safety Code?

A verbal warning and they are allowed to continue driving.
A 7-day licence suspension and a small fine.
An immediate 90-day licence suspension, 4 demerit points, and a fine. (Correct answer)
They must wait until their blood alcohol level is zero before driving again.

Correct answer: An immediate 90-day licence suspension, 4 demerit points, and a fine.

Quebec has a zero-alcohol rule for all new drivers (learner's or probationary licence) and any driver under the age of 22. Any detectable amount of alcohol results in severe penalties, including an immediate 90-day licence suspension, 4 demerit points, and a fine ranging from $300 to $600.

Question 39: What does a sign with an arrow curved to the right indicate?

The road curves to the right ahead (Correct answer)
Right turn is prohibited at the intersection
Drivers must merge into the right lane
The road turns sharply to the left

Correct answer: The road curves to the right ahead

A curved arrow pointing right warns drivers that the road ahead curves to the right and they should adjust their speed accordingly.

Question 40: When is it mandatory to use winter tires in Quebec?

January 1 to February 28.
Only when snow is on the road.
November 15 to April 1.
December 1 to March 15. (Correct answer)

Correct answer: December 1 to March 15.

Quebec law mandates the use of winter tires on all passenger vehicles and taxis from December 1 to March 15, inclusive. This regulation is in place to enhance road safety during the winter months, as winter tires provide superior traction and braking performance in cold weather, snow, and ice conditions.

Question 41: In Quebec, when a driver accumulates 4 demerit points as a probationary license holder, what happens?

The driver receives a written warning only
The driver must retake the road test
The driver loses their probationary license and must restart the process (Correct answer)
The license is suspended for 3 months

Correct answer: The driver loses their probationary license and must restart the process

Probationary license holders in Quebec who accumulate 4 or more demerit points lose their license and must restart the entire graduated licensing process.

Question 42: On a snowy road, you should increase your following distance to at least:

2 seconds
8 to 10 seconds (Correct answer)
1 car length
4 seconds

Correct answer: 8 to 10 seconds

On snow or ice, stopping distances can triple, so a following distance of 8–10 seconds is recommended.

Question 43: Which of the following results in 4 demerit points in Quebec?

Running a stop sign
Improper passing
Driving with faulty brakes
Failing to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Failing to yield to a pedestrian in a crosswalk

Failing to yield to a pedestrian at a crosswalk carries 4 demerit points because it directly endangers vulnerable road users.

Question 44: A driver is pulled over by a police officer. In the front passenger seat is a 15-year-old who is not wearing a seatbelt. Which of the following statements correctly identifies who is legally responsible for this infraction?

The owner of the vehicle is responsible, regardless of who was driving.
The driver is solely responsible and will receive the ticket and demerit points. (Correct answer)
Both the driver and the passenger will receive a ticket.
The 15-year-old passenger is solely responsible and will receive the ticket.

Correct answer: The driver is solely responsible and will receive the ticket and demerit points.

Under the Highway Safety Code, the driver is responsible for ensuring that all passengers under the age of 16 are properly buckled up. Therefore, the driver would be ticketed for the 15-year-old passenger not wearing a seatbelt.

Question 45: Which of the following best describes 'replacement cost' coverage on a Quebec auto policy?

Pays only the loan balance outstanding on the vehicle
Pays the market value of the vehicle at the time of loss
Pays the cost to replace the vehicle with a new equivalent without depreciation deduction (Correct answer)
Pays repair costs up to the original purchase price

Correct answer: Pays the cost to replace the vehicle with a new equivalent without depreciation deduction

Replacement cost coverage reimburses the cost to replace the vehicle with a new comparable one, without deducting for depreciation.

Question 46: Parking is prohibited within how many metres of a railway crossing?

15 metres (Correct answer)
30 metres
5 metres
3 metres

Correct answer: 15 metres

You must not park within 15 metres of a railway crossing to ensure clear visibility and emergency access.

Question 47: Can demerit points be earned by a Quebec driver for offences committed in another Canadian province?

Yes, most out-of-province violations are recorded and points applied (Correct answer)
Yes, but only if the offence occurred in Ontario
No, only Quebec offences are counted
No, interprovincial exchanges don't include demerit points

Correct answer: Yes, most out-of-province violations are recorded and points applied

Under interprovincial agreements, most traffic offences committed in other Canadian provinces are reported to Quebec and demerit points are applied.

Question 48: When passing a cyclist on a road with a speed limit of 60 km/h, what is the minimum required distance you must maintain between your vehicle and the cyclist?

1 metre
1.5 metres (Correct answer)
A reasonable and safe distance, not specified by law.
0.5 metres

Correct answer: 1.5 metres

The Highway Safety Code specifies the minimum distance for passing a cyclist, which depends on the speed limit. On a road where the speed limit is over 50 km/h, drivers must maintain a distance of at least 1.5 metres. If the speed limit is 50 km/h or less, the minimum distance is 1 metre.

Question 49: A Quebec driver accumulates 15 demerit points within a 2-year period. What is the consequence?

A warning letter only
Licence suspension (Correct answer)
A mandatory driving course
Permanent revocation of the licence

Correct answer: Licence suspension

Accumulating 15 or more demerit points within 2 years results in licence suspension for a new driver; for regular licence holders the threshold is higher but still leads to suspension.

Question 50: How many demerit points are assigned for speeding 45 km/h or more over the posted limit in Quebec?

9 points (Correct answer)
15 points
6 points
12 points

Correct answer: 9 points

Exceeding the speed limit by 45 km/h or more earns 9 demerit points, the maximum for a speeding offence.

Question 51: A driver's Quebec licence is suspended for demerit points for a third time within two years. What is the length of the third suspension?

12 months (Correct answer)
9 months
18 months
6 months

Correct answer: 12 months

A third suspension within two years results in a 12-month suspension.

Question 52: When can a driver legally park in a bicycle lane?

During off-peak hours only
When making a quick delivery under 5 minutes
When the lane is marked with a broken white line
Never, unless a sign explicitly permits it (Correct answer)

Correct answer: Never, unless a sign explicitly permits it

Parking in a bike lane is prohibited unless a sign specifically indicates that stopping or parking is allowed.

Question 53: What action should a driver take when approaching a roundabout in Quebec?

Entering vehicles must yield to vehicles already circulating inside (Correct answer)
Vehicles inside the roundabout must yield to entering vehicles
Traffic signals inside the roundabout control right-of-way
The first vehicle to arrive has priority

Correct answer: Entering vehicles must yield to vehicles already circulating inside

Drivers entering a roundabout must yield to vehicles that are already circulating inside the roundabout.

Question 54: When should you activate your vehicle's four-wheel drive (4WD) on icy roads?

Before entering slippery conditions, at low speed (Correct answer)
At highway speed when traction is lost
4WD provides no benefit on ice
Only after you begin to skid

Correct answer: Before entering slippery conditions, at low speed

Four-wheel drive should be engaged before slippery conditions at low speed; engaging it mid-skid or at high speed is less effective and can damage the system.

Question 55: What must a driver do when approaching a school bus with flashing red lights on a road without a median?

Stop completely at least 5 meters from the bus regardless of direction of travel (Correct answer)
Slow down to 20 km/h and proceed with caution
Stop only if traveling in the same direction as the bus
Honk the horn to alert children and continue driving

Correct answer: Stop completely at least 5 meters from the bus regardless of direction of travel

Quebec law requires all vehicles traveling in both directions to come to a complete stop at least 5 meters from a school bus displaying flashing red lights on roads without a physical median.

Question 56: A driver is stopped at a sobriety checkpoint and has only had one beer but smells strongly of alcohol. What can police legally do?

They can demand a roadside breathalyzer test if they have reasonable grounds to suspect impairment (Correct answer)
They can only issue a warning at a checkpoint
They need a warrant before any testing can occur at a checkpoint
They must let the driver go because one beer is below the legal limit

Correct answer: They can demand a roadside breathalyzer test if they have reasonable grounds to suspect impairment

Police may demand a roadside breath test whenever there are reasonable grounds to suspect a driver has alcohol in their body.

Question 57: Before starting your vehicle on a winter morning after a snowfall, the Highway Safety Code requires you to clear snow and ice from which parts of your vehicle?

The entire vehicle, including the roof, hood, lights, and licence plate. (Correct answer)
At least the driver's side window and a patch on the front windshield.
Only the front and rear windshields.
The windshield, side windows, and mirrors.

Correct answer: The entire vehicle, including the roof, hood, lights, and licence plate.

The Quebec Highway Safety Code prohibits driving a vehicle covered with any matter, like snow or ice, that could detach and become a hazard for other road users. Drivers must clear the windshield, windows, mirrors, roof, hood, headlights, and license plate to ensure full visibility and safety. Failure to do so can result in a fine.

Question 58: You park your car on a two-way street. On which side of the road must your vehicle face?

Always facing oncoming traffic
In the direction of traffic flow (Correct answer)
Either side is acceptable
Facing the nearest corner

Correct answer: In the direction of traffic flow

Vehicles must be parked facing in the same direction as the flow of traffic on that side of the road.

Question 59: What is the minimum required auto insurance coverage in Quebec?

$25,000.
$50,000. (Correct answer)
$500,000.
$100,000.

Correct answer: $50,000.

In Quebec, all vehicle owners are legally required to carry a minimum of $50,000 in civil liability insurance from a private insurer. This coverage protects the driver against claims for property damage or bodily injury caused to others in an accident. This private insurance complements the public insurance provided by the SAAQ for personal injury claims.

Question 60: Which tires are legally required in Québec from December 1 to March 15?

Winter (snow) tires on all four wheels (Correct answer)
All-season tires are sufficient
Winter tires on the drive wheels only
Studded tires on all four wheels

Correct answer: Winter (snow) tires on all four wheels

Québec law requires all vehicles to be equipped with four winter tires from December 1 to March 15 to ensure adequate traction in cold conditions.

Question 61: When must a driver yield to a pedestrian at an intersection without traffic signals in Quebec?

Only when the pedestrian is already in the crosswalk
Only at marked crosswalks
Whenever a pedestrian is waiting to cross or already crossing (Correct answer)
Only if the pedestrian makes eye contact with the driver

Correct answer: Whenever a pedestrian is waiting to cross or already crossing

Quebec law requires drivers to yield to pedestrians who are waiting to cross or already crossing at any intersection, whether marked or unmarked.

Question 62: What must a driver do when approaching a funeral procession moving through an intersection?

Honk to alert the procession you need to pass
Merge into the procession if you are going the same direction
Yield to all vehicles in the procession until it has passed (Correct answer)
Proceed normally if the light is in your favour

Correct answer: Yield to all vehicles in the procession until it has passed

Funeral processions have the right to complete their movement through an intersection and drivers must yield to all vehicles in the procession.

Question 63: What is the maximum number of demerit points a full-licence Quebec driver can accumulate before their licence is suspended?

20 points
18 points
12 points
15 points (Correct answer)

Correct answer: 15 points

A full-licence holder faces suspension upon reaching 15 or more demerit points within the 24-month period.

Question 64: In Quebec, a new driver on a probationary license (Class 5) must maintain a BAC of:

0.03% or less
0.00% (zero tolerance) (Correct answer)
0.05% or less
0.08% or less

Correct answer: 0.00% (zero tolerance)

Probationary license holders and drivers under 22 must maintain a BAC of 0.00% — absolute zero tolerance applies.

SAAQ Quebec Knowledge Test

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